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Are Your Wishes Dangerous?
The darkness behind my eyes terrified me. Best to keep them open. Lights on. My parents just a quick call away. I didn’t think about any of that three days ago. It was Friday the 13, and like any...
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Where Does ‘Being Happy With What You Have’ Fall on the Bullshit Scale?
When you consider the contradicting viewpoints within cynical optimism, the common advice “be happy with what you have” sparks a thoughtful battle. “Being happy with what you have” simply promotes...
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Proofreading as a Mindfulness Practice
If you’re happy with what you have, does nothing in your life need to change? Change is a funny thing because it can happen whether you want it to or not—and it’s often heartbreaking. An appreciation...
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How Do You End Conversations With Yourself?
Our self-directed conversations can be as bland or lively as our conversations with others. Do not assume drama solely arises from external interactions. We can rip ourselves to pieces in the same way...
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Video: What Is Heartbreak?
What differentiates feelings of heartbreak from other painful emotions caused by disappointment, rejection, or criticism. What ingredients make up a broken heart? If you label a state “heartbreak,”...
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Getting Over Heartbreak: Why You Can’t Get It Right
“Complete abstinence is easier than perfect moderation.” —St. Augustine Does getting over heartbreak have to do with anything other than love? In attempt to start a new conversation about heartbreak,...
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Introduction to Heartbreak Philosophy
Heartbreak philosophy creates a discussion about what differentiates heartbreak from other feelings of sadness. If you label a circumstance “heartbreaking,” what has occurred? What emotions make up...
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Introduction to Heartbreak Philosophy, Part 2: What’s Love Got to Do With It?
In Introduction to Heartbreak Philosophy, Part 1, I noted that the cause of heartbreak is commonly considered to be lost love. Since the first step to getting over heartbreak is defining the cause that...
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Video: Heartbreak Cure for the Cynical Romantic
Traditional heartbreak self-help books make me laugh. Common outlooks and approaches to getting over heartbreak seem to lack substance, effectiveness, and longevity. Heartbreak philosophy and the...
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Revision Strategies Recap 2012
How often do you hope that everything will be “perfect” right away? Are you frustrated if your expectations for a situation aren’t immediately met? Writing is an artistic craft that requires many...
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Philosophical Functionality of the Tattoo: A Philosophy of Art
Items I wrote less than eight weeks ago often embarrass me, so I expected to be horrified when I sat down to read my college honors thesis from eight years ago. Even though it can be painful to review...
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What Tattoos Can Teach Us About Art & Writing
Ten years ago, the two words that most accurately described my identity were “philosophy” and “tattoos.” Philosophy consumed my life as an undergraduate student, and tattoos were my favorite hobby—one...
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How to Be Smart in a World Full of Dumb Tattooed People
They’re so gross, aren’t they? I don’t know the exact group of people you have beef with, but I’m sure you have beef. Humans love disliking other groups of people because we love to blame everything...
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Dealing With Heartbreak & the Evolution of Identity
You wake up, and for less than 10 seconds you might feel okay. Then it hits you again. The heartbreaking feeling you got to avoid while you slept comes rushing back to your consciousness. Bracing...
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Can Anyone Write a Book About Heartbreak?
Approach any person walking down the street, male or female, and he’ll have at least three stories to tell you from his book of love gone wrong. The passive-aggressive grow bitter with these stories,...
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On Erections & Nonfiction Essays
“All our final decisions are made in a state of mind that is not going to last.” —Marcel Proust Many creations begin with the intent to communicate an emotion or state of mind. Nonfiction essays are...
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The Heartbreak Book About You, Not Love and Relationships
You crawled through the day feeling sad, angry, and disappointed from your latest heartbreak, but now you’re almost back at home where you can wallow in your pain. You press the Up arrow in the lobby...
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Is There Actually a Way to Get Over Heartbreak?
Once your fairy tale ends and you’re forced to face a heartbreaking reality, you don’t want to hear more bullshit. Unfortunately, traditional talk about getting over heartbreak is as aggravating and...
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You’re the Master Storyteller: On Writing & Editing Your Life
Your right hand lifts your coffee mug to your lips, and you take a sip of the beverage that will activate your editing sensibilities. After the drink’s vessel rests securely back on your desk, you look...
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Help Support 826LA, a Non-Profit Writing & Tutoring Center for Students
Why would I be happy if you haven’t bought How to Overcome Heartbreak Without Projectile Vomiting yet? Because June is the perfect time to get a copy for only $5! Half of all June book sales will...
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